Best 3 Easter Hunt Fruit Cocktail Pie Recipes

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When you host Easter dinner, you want the meal to be perfect. Between the roasted ham, creamy scalloped potatoes, and fluffy rolls, a mouthwatering dessert is the perfect ending to a successful feast. Easter Hunt Fruit Cocktail Pie can fulfill this role with its sensational combination of a buttery crust, fruit cocktail filling, and whipped cream topping. The delightful presentation of this pie, accented with jelly beans and chocolate bunnies, will have guests of all ages jumping for joy. While this recipe is relatively easy to make, there are some helpful tips and tricks to ensure your pie is a showstopper.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

FRUIT COCKTAIL PIE



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Make and share this Fruit Cocktail Pie recipe from Food.com.

Provided by RachelT

Categories     Pie

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (16 ounce) cans fruit cocktail
1/4 cup sugar (or to taste)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/16 cup butter (1/8 stick)
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 double crust pie crust (I use the Pillsbury pre-made crusts)

Steps:

  • Drain juice from fruit cocktail, reserving juice.
  • Mix sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon and add to juice.
  • Add butter and cook over low heat until mixture thickens.
  • Line pie plate with bottom crust.
  • Add fruit and thickened juice.
  • Top with second crust.
  • Brush with egg wash.
  • Bake at 375 degrees for 50 minutes or until bubbly and brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.5, Fat 17.7, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 27, Sodium 272.5, Carbohydrate 46.8, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 22.3, Protein 4.2

EASTER EGG HUNT PIE



Easter Egg Hunt Pie image

A simple and quick dessert for Easter or any time (you can change the candies to fit any holiday). I don't remember where I got this recipe, but it is so simple to make. The kids really love this one.

Provided by BlueHyacinth

Categories     Pie

Time 10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 prepared graham cracker pie crust
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk (not evaporated)
3/4 cup cold water
1 (4 ounce) package vanilla instant pudding mix
1 1/2 cups whipped topping, thawed
16 miniature chocolate eggs or 16 other holiday decorative candies

Steps:

  • In a large mixer bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy, gradually beat in sweetened condensed milk until smooth.
  • Add water and pudding mix; on low speed, beat until smooth.
  • Gently stir in whipped topping.
  • Spoon 1/2 of filling into pie crust; top with chocolate eggs.
  • Top with remaining filling.
  • Chill 3 hours.
  • Garnish as desired.
  • Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470.2, Fat 23.3, SaturatedFat 11.9, Cholesterol 56.6, Sodium 515.9, Carbohydrate 59.4, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 51.2, Protein 7.5

EASTER HUNT PIE



Easter Hunt Pie image

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened*
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
3/4 cup cold water
1 (3 1/2-ounce) package instant vanilla pudding & pie filling (4-serving size)
1 1/2 cups non-dairy frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 Keebler® Ready Crust® graham cracker pie crust
16 minature chocolate egg or other holiday candy

Steps:

  • 1. In large mixing bowl beat cream cheese on medium speed of eletric mixer until fluffy. Gradually beat in sweetened condensed milk. Add water and pudding mix. Beat on low speed until smooth.2. Fold whipped topping into cream cheese mixture. Spread half of cream cheese mixture in crust. Arrange chocolate eggs on top. Spread remaining cream cheese mixture over eggs. Refrigerate at least 3 hours or until set.3. Garnish as desired. Store in refrigerator.*NOTE: Soften cream cheese in microwave at high for 15 to 20 seconds.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, fresh fruit: This will ensure that your pie has the best flavor and texture.
  • Drain the fruit cocktail well: This will prevent the pie from becoming too soggy.
  • Use a prepared pie crust: This will save you time and effort.
  • Blind-bake the pie crust: This will help to prevent it from becoming soggy.
  • Don't overcook the pie: The fruit should be tender but still hold its shape.

Conclusion:

Easter Hunt Fruit Cocktail Pie is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy, custard filling and sweet, tangy fruit, this pie is sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give this recipe a try.

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